Woman accused of online dating robberies in Akron

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Lashon L. Hamilton (Photo credit: Summit County Jail)

Woman accused of online dating robberies in Akron

Lashon L. Hamilton (Photo credit: Summit County Jail)

AKRON, Ohio- An 18-year-old woman has been arrested after Akron police say she used an online dating service to meet men and rob them.

Lashon L. Hamilton, of Akron, went to a man’s home on Friday night with another man she claimed was her brother. Akron police said Hamilton and her so-called brother robbed the 31-year-old victim at gunpoint, stealing an Xbox 360.

Officers are also investigating a second incident where a woman and her brother stole a man’s car. The victim picked up his date and moments later the brother put a gun to his head, police said. The victim’s car, a tan, 2007 Mazda 3, is still missing.

Hamilton is charged with aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary. She’s being held at the Summit County Jail and more charges are expected.